Automated Sample Storage in Biobanking to Enhance Translational Research: The Bumpy Road to Implementation.

ABSTRACT: The low reproducibility of biomarker research is a major holdback for the translation of research results to the bedside. Sample integrity has been identified as a key factor that contributes to improved reproducibility. The key mission of biobanks is to ensure that all activities and materials are managed according to standardized procedures and best practices to ensure and preserve sample integrity. When handling large numbers of biospecimens automation of sample handling and storage is often the method of choice to maintain and improve sample integrity. In December 2013, the centralized Biobank of the University Hospitals and the Catholic University of Leuven (UZ KU Leuven) decided to implement automated systems for sample storage and retrieval, one for storage at -20°C and one for stor

SUBMITTER: Linsen L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6962113 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature